ERIKA AVAKOVA’S
ONLINE RUSSIAN
LANGUAGE SCHOOL
ONLINE RUSSIAN
LANGUAGE SCHOOL
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ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Welcome to the website of my online Russian language school!
I am Erika Avakova, PhD in Pedagogy, Associate Professor, author and teacher of more than 20 online Russian language courses and Laureate of the XVIII International Pushkin Contest.
I live and work in Armenia. I teach at two universities: the Brusov State University and the Lomonosov Moscow State University (Yerevan Branch). Furthermore, I defended my PhD dissertation on the methodology of teaching Russian as a foreign language.
I have also conducted trainings, seminars and workshops for Russian language teachers of universities, schools and language centers in Armenia.
I always strive for self-development, improving my skills, mastering new technologies and sharing my experience and knowledge.
I am Erika Avakova, PhD in Pedagogy, Associate Professor, author and teacher of more than 20 online Russian language courses and Laureate of the XVIII International Pushkin Contest.
I live and work in Armenia. I teach at two universities: the Brusov State University and the Lomonosov Moscow State University (Yerevan Branch). Furthermore, I defended my PhD dissertation on the methodology of teaching Russian as a foreign language.
I have also conducted trainings, seminars and workshops for Russian language teachers of universities, schools and language centers in Armenia.
I always strive for self-development, improving my skills, mastering new technologies and sharing my experience and knowledge.
I opened my online Russian language school to help people achieve their goals and communicate in Russian without anxiety.
Erika Avakova's Russian Language School is an online platform where you can study with my proven personal methodology, immerse yourself in a Russian language environment with 24/7 access to conversational chats and overcome language barriers.
The mission of the Online Russian Language School is to make the journey of learning the Russian language easy, interesting, exciting and help everyone achieve results in the shortest possible time.
The core values of the school are honesty, responsibility, quality and result.
Erika Avakova's Russian Language School is an online platform where you can study with my proven personal methodology, immerse yourself in a Russian language environment with 24/7 access to conversational chats and overcome language barriers.
The mission of the Online Russian Language School is to make the journey of learning the Russian language easy, interesting, exciting and help everyone achieve results in the shortest possible time.
The core values of the school are honesty, responsibility, quality and result.
COURSES
These online courses will help you overcome the language barrier, enrich your vocabulary and acquire fluent written and oral communication skills in Russian in typical situations of everyday life (including the professional and educational fields).
These courses will help you to successfully solve written and oral communication tasks in Russian in professional settings, become a highly sought-after and competitive specialist in the labor market and reach your goals in the professional field. The minimum level of Russian language proficiency for these courses is A2.
These online courses are suitable for those who intend to establish business contacts in Russian, work with Russian-speaking clients and partners, or are planning a business trip to Russia.
These courses are tailored to the needs of specific companies or individual employees and may be conducted both online and offline (on company premises) as group and individual classes.
These online courses will help you prepare and successfully pass the exam to receive an international TORFL certificate.
TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) is an international exam to determine the level of Russian language proficiency. TORFL may be required for studying at Russian universities or to acquire Russian citizenship.
TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) is an international exam to determine the level of Russian language proficiency. TORFL may be required for studying at Russian universities or to acquire Russian citizenship.
These online courses will help applicants to successfully pass various Russian language entrance examinations (test, dictation, exposition, and essay) and enter the university of their dreams.
The Online Russian Speaking Club is suitable for those in need of constant language practice due to the lack of a natural language environment.
The online club is held since January 2022 on Sundays.
The online club is held since January 2022 on Sundays.
These courses are designed for school teachers, university professors and language center educators who aim to improve their qualification in teaching Russian as a foreign language.
Leave a request, and I will personally help you choose a course that suits your needs.
I have been teaching since 2005 in both formal (universities, educational complex) and non-formal education (language centers and clubs, summer schools and online courses).
If you live or have ever lived in Armenia, there is 99% chance one of your friends or acquaintances has been my student. I also had the opportunity to teach in European universities in Portugal, Romania, Italy and Spain, using English as the medium of instruction.
If you live or have ever lived in Armenia, there is 99% chance one of your friends or acquaintances has been my student. I also had the opportunity to teach in European universities in Portugal, Romania, Italy and Spain, using English as the medium of instruction.
Years of teaching experience
5 REASONS TO CHOOSE RUSSIAN LANGUAGE COURSES AT ERIKA AVAKOVA’S ONLINE SCHOOL
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Many years of pedagogical experience and scientific work have made it possible to develop my personal method of teaching Russian as a foreign language, thanks to which course participants begin to speak Russian from the very first lessons, getting rid of communication anxiety and the fear of making mistakes. I strive to present even the most complex topics in a simple, uncomplicated and effective way, to come up with “signature” life hacks that make it easier to remember grammar and spelling rules.
Unique teaching methods
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So far, I have developed more than 20 (and counting!) online Russian language courses, so that everyone who wishes to learn Russian can find the online course they need. If none of the offered courses suits you, do not worry! I can develop a unique online course that meets your specific goals, preferences and professional requirements.
A dedicated methodological section has been developed for teachers of the Russian language, which includes courses on certain aspects of teaching Russian as a foreign language.
A dedicated methodological section has been developed for teachers of the Russian language, which includes courses on certain aspects of teaching Russian as a foreign language.
Wide variety of courses
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By enrolling in individual or group Russian language courses at our online school, you not only become a participant in online lessons, but also immerse yourself in the Russian language environment created in chats (Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber, Facebook Messenger, etc.) specifically for you or your group. This is a platform where you receive training materials from your curator every day, exchange voice and text messages with group members and/or with your curator and teacher, and receive feedback. This motivates and helps achieve results in a short period of time.
Daily feedback, support and motivation
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Sign up for a free trial lesson
I will help to determine your language level. I will also answer your questions and suggest a course that suits your needs.
The content of the school's online courses, as well as blogs and channels on Instagram, Facebook, Telegram, YouTube and TikTok is constantly updated with useful learning materials, tests, podcasts, copyrighted audio and video materials.
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I have been teaching since 2005 in both formal (universities, educational complex) and non-formal education (language centers and clubs, summer schools and online courses).
If you live or have ever lived in Armenia, there is 99% chance one of your friends or acquaintances has been my student. I also had the opportunity to teach in European universities in Portugal, Romania, Italy and Spain, using English as the medium of instruction.
If you live or have ever lived in Armenia, there is 99% chance one of your friends or acquaintances has been my student. I also had the opportunity to teach in European universities in Portugal, Romania, Italy and Spain, using English as the medium of instruction.
Years of teaching experience
5 REASONS TO CHOOSE RUSSIAN LANGUAGE COURSES AT ERIKA AVAKOVA’S ONLINE SCHOOL
01
Many years of pedagogical experience and scientific work have made it possible to develop my personal method of teaching Russian as a foreign language, thanks to which course participants begin to speak Russian from the very first lessons, getting rid of communication anxiety and the fear of making mistakes. I strive to present even the most complex topics in a simple, uncomplicated and effective way, to come up with “signature” life hacks that make it easier to remember grammar and spelling rules.
Unique teaching methods
02
So far, I have developed more than 20 (and counting!) online Russian language courses, so that everyone who wishes to learn Russian can find the online course they need. If none of the offered courses suits you, do not worry! I can develop a unique online course that meets your specific goals, preferences and professional requirements.
A dedicated methodological section has been developed for teachers of the Russian language, which includes courses on certain aspects of teaching Russian as a foreign language.
A dedicated methodological section has been developed for teachers of the Russian language, which includes courses on certain aspects of teaching Russian as a foreign language.
Wide variety of courses
03
By enrolling in individual or group Russian language courses at our online school, you not only become a participant in online lessons, but also immerse yourself in the Russian language environment created in chats (Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber, Facebook Messenger, etc.) specifically for you or your group. This is a platform where you receive training materials from your curator every day, exchange voice and text messages with group members and/or with your curator and teacher, and receive feedback. This motivates and helps achieve results in a short period of time.
Daily feedback, support and motivation
04
Sign up for a free trial lesson
I will help to determine your language level. I will also answer your questions and suggest a course that suits your needs.
The content of the school's online courses, as well as blogs and channels on Instagram, Facebook, Telegram, YouTube and TikTok is constantly updated with useful learning materials, tests, podcasts, copyrighted audio and video materials.
Copyrighted content
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WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM RUSSIAN LANGUAGE COURSES?
Rich vocabulary
Interesting and relevant texts and audio & video material used during the lessons, as well as vocabulary games and quizzes will help you enrich and activate your vocabulary.
Grammar hacks
Thanks to the simple presentation of grammar and life hacks, you will be able to correctly use even the most complex grammatical structures in speech and writing.
Fluent communication
Interactive teaching methods and a positive and relaxed atmosphere during online lessons will help you get rid of anxiety and communicate freely in Russian in a wide variety of situations.
Russian Language for Everyday Communication
These online courses will help you overcome the language barrier, enrich your vocabulary and acquire fluent written and oral communication skills in Russian in typical situations of everyday life (including the professional and educational fields).
- Online Conversational Russian Course (for all levels):
- 0-A1
- A1-A2
- A2-B1
- B1-B2
- B2-C1
- C1-C2
- Express Conversational Russian Course (12 lessons)
PRICE
Group online courses
The price for one online lesson (60 minutes) in a group setting is AMD 5000 (13$). The price includes daily study materials and feedback in a group chat.
Individual online courses
The price for one individual online lesson (60 minutes) is AMD 10000 (25$). The price includes daily study materials and chat feedback.
Online Russian Courses for Professionals
These courses will help you to successfully solve written and oral communication tasks in Russian in professional settings, become a highly sought-after and competitive specialist in the labor market and reach your goals in the professional field. The minimum level of Russian language proficiency for these courses is A2.
We offer the following online courses:
We offer the following online courses:
- Russian language for bank employees
- Russian language for project managers
- Russian language for international tourism specialists
- Russian language for travel guides in Armenia
- Russian language for healthcare workers
- Russian language for economists
- Russian language for lawyers
- Russian language for PR specialists
- Russian language for political scientists and diplomats
- Russian language for media professionals
Business Russian
These online courses are suitable for those who intend to establish business contacts in Russian, work with Russian-speaking clients and partners, or are planning a business trip to Russia.
- Russian language for business communication
- Express business Russian course (12 lessons)
LEVELS OF PROFICIENCY IN RUSSIAN AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Elementary level (A1)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to: see more
Basic level (A2)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to: see more
First Certification Level (B1)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to: see more
Second Certification Level (B2)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to: see more
Third Certification Level (C1)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to: see more
Fourth Certification Level (C2)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to: see more
TORFL Courses
These online courses will help you prepare and successfully pass the exam to receive an international TORFL certificate.
TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) is an international exam to determine the level of Russian language proficiency. TORFL may be required for studying at Russian universities or to acquire Russian citizenship.
The test for each level consists of 5 subtests (components):
TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) is an international exam to determine the level of Russian language proficiency. TORFL may be required for studying at Russian universities or to acquire Russian citizenship.
The test for each level consists of 5 subtests (components):
- Vocabulary and Grammar
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Online TORFL preparation course
- Techniques and strategies to successfully pass TORFL
Language Courses for University Applicants
These online courses will help applicants to successfully pass various Russian language entrance examinations (test, dictation, exposition, and essay) and enter the university of their dreams.
- Preparation course for Basic State Examination (BSE) and Unified State Examination (USE)
- Preparation course for admission to universities in Armenia
- Preparation course for admission to universities in Russia
RUSSIAN ONLINE COURSE PARTICIPANTS’ REVIEWS
- Позитивный педагог, эффективные и очень приятные занятия. Спасибо большое!!!Ligia Ghazaryan
- The most effective and productive online courses! Erika Avakova Romikovna is really fantastic tutor.Narine Hakobyan
- Շատ սիրելի Էրիկա Ավակովա
Դպրոցից կոտրված ռուսերենով հանդիպեցի Ձեզ համալսարանում։ Այն մասնագետն եք, որ ստիպեց սիրել ռուսերենը և ականջները չփակել ռուսերեն լսելիսNaira Harutyunyan - I can hardly name another professional who is as competent as Erika Avakova. She possesses all the required skills to be able to help any individual reach his/her desired level.
Thank you for the love you taught me to feel towards language.
Those who are interested in Russian, never hesitate to apply!
I highly recommend.Mane Nersisyan
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Each online lesson lasts 60 minutes. This is the optimal duration for effective online learning.
The language proficiency level is determined by an automatically graded vocabulary and grammar test and an oral test during the free trial lesson.
After the free trial lesson groups are formed according to the participants’ levels, and the start date of the online course is set. Prior to the appointed day, a payment for one month (8 online lessons) is made. Payment is made by bank transfer (transfer to a bank account/card or Idram account).
Offline lessons are only held on company premises as part of corporate Russian language courses in Yerevan and Abovyan.
There is no standard answer to this question. A number of factors may contribute to the achievement of the result, for example:
As per our course programs, each level includes 24-36 online lessons (plus daily feedback in chats). Some participants complete a level in just 24 online lessons. However, some students might require 36 online lessons to complete a level.
- the level you start at and the level you want to reach;
- the frequency and intensity you study with;
- your language learning abilities;
- how much time outside of class you spend studying Russian;
- what teaching methods your teacher uses, etc.
As per our course programs, each level includes 24-36 online lessons (plus daily feedback in chats). Some participants complete a level in just 24 online lessons. However, some students might require 36 online lessons to complete a level.
Courses for Teachers of Russian as a Foreign Language
These courses are designed for school teachers, university professors and language center educators who aim to improve their qualification in teaching Russian as a foreign language.
We offer the following courses:
We offer the following courses:
- Methodology of teaching Russian as a foreign language during the short-term courses
- Digital technologies in teaching Russian as a foreign language
- Development of copyrighted online Russian language courses
Sign up for a free open lesson and receive the “Verb Aspects and Tenses” grammar guide.
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Elementary level (A1)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to:
Reading
Reading
- read and understand simple sentences in advertisements and on posters and understand the basic and additional information in a small adapted text.
- write a text about yourself, your friends and family, your working day and free time (at least 7 sentences answering the proposed questions).
- understand the basic information (subject, main content and communicative intentions) in short dialogues and monologues in situations of everyday life.
- participate in dialogues in everyday life situations, be able to maintain a conversation, in particular, about yourself, your friends and family, your working day and free time.
- use lexical and grammar skills to form sentences about your plans in a limited set of everyday situations.
Basic level (A2)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to:
Reading
Reading
- read short texts from various sources (magazines, newspapers, signage, and advertisements), understand the basic and additional information in adapted texts on regional study, as well as informational, social and everyday topics.
- write a short letter, note, a greeting card, etc., outline the main content of the source text in writing (at least 15 sentences answering the proposed questions).
- understand the basic information (in particular, the subject, references to the place, time, and causes) in dialogues and monologues on everyday life, social and cultural topics.
- initiate a dialogue in everyday situations, maintain a conversation, in particular, about yourself, your friends and family, study and work, learning a foreign language, your working day and free time, hometown, health, and weather and also form your own observations based on a text read.
- use lexical and grammar skills to form sentences about your plans in a limited set of everyday situations.
First Certification Level (B1)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to:
Reading
Minimum vocabulary: up to 2300 words.
Reading
- read short texts from newspapers, magazines and books, understand the main content of a text read, as well as specific details and the author's conclusions and opinions.
- write a text with at least 20 sentences on topics and situations specified for the given level, to convey in writing the main content of a read or heard text on informational, sociocultural or everyday topics.
- understand spoken and written dialogues, extract factual information (the topic, time, characteristics of objects, purposes, and causes), and express attitude towards the statements and actions of the speakers, understand recorded announcements, news, and sociocultural information.
- participate in dialogues in a wide range of everyday situations, initiate, maintain and end a dialogue, speak on various topics (in particular, about yourself, your job, profession, interests, country, city, culture, etc.), form your own observations based on a text you’ve read on sociocultural topics.
- use lexical and grammar skills to form your own observations based on needs arising in communication situations in the context of topics and situations specified for the given level.
Minimum vocabulary: up to 2300 words.
Second Certification Level (B2)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to:
Reading
Reading
- read various journalistic and literary descriptive and narrative texts with elements of argumentation, as well as mixed types of texts with the author's position clearly expressed.
- write plans, theses or summaries based on information heard or read, write your own texts in the form of a personal or official business letter, as well as business texts, including applications, inquiries and explanatory notes.
- understand dialogues and speakers’ communicative intentions, radio news, advertisements, dialogues from films and television programs.
- maintain a dialogue by implementing the proposed verbal communication tactics: initiate an inquisitive dialogue, speak about what you see, express your personal opinion and give an evaluation, analyze the problem in a situation of free conversation.
- understand and use lexical and grammatical means of the language to form your own observations correctly.
Third Certification Level (C1)
Upon successful completion of this online course, you will be able to:
Reading
Reading
- understand and interpret texts related to social and cultural (with a relatively high amount of familiar information) and official business (texts of legal acts and official statements) communication, as well as read and understand works of fiction in Russian.
- write an abstract, a formal and/or informal letter or a report based on information heard or read, demonstrating the ability to analyze and evaluate the information provided, as well as be able to write a composition, article or essay on a free or proposed topic.
- fully understand the content of a recording, demonstrate the ability to evaluate the information heard, including radio and television broadcasts, films, recordings of public speeches, and evaluate the speaker's attitude to the subject of speech.
- initiate a conversation, be able to maintain a dialogue using a variety of language tools: build a monologue-argumentation on moral and ethical issues, defend and argue your opinion in a free conversation.
- demonstrate full knowledge of the language system and fluent use of literary devices, including stylistic and expressive means, necessary for adequate perception and expression of various communicative intentions.
Fourth Certification Level (C2)
Reading
- understand and interpret original texts on any topic (including abstract philosophical, professional, journalistic and literary texts, as well as texts with subtextual and conceptual meanings).
- be fluent in writing, be able to write detailed texts in all the variety of genres and styles.
- have a maximum understanding of, in particular, radio and television programs, films, television and theater plays, recorded public speeches, fully perceiving the sociocultural and emotional peculiarities of the speakers’ speech, interpreting idiomatic expressions, popular sayings and hidden meanings.
- achieve communication goals during prepared and unprepared communication in the form of monologues and dialogues, including public communication, demonstrating various tactics of speech behavior.
- demonstrate full knowledge of the language system and fluent use of literary devices in all the variety of vocabulary and grammar, styles, synonyms and structural relations.
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